One thing about popular culture that I have never understood is its portrayal of fathers. Watch any television sitcom and five minutes in, the father
There is Plenty of Good That Men Do
Dad, Tell Me Your Story
When I think of great storytellers, my dad is one of the first people who pops into my mind. I suspect that for many people,
Family Reunions – the perfect place to capture a story
It’s that time of year when there is plenty of planning for family reunions. What thoughts stir in your brain when you hear those two
Family Vacations Create Great Family Stories
The family stories that spring from family vacations are some of the best. When my husband and I got married one of our family goals
How my grandparents instilled a love for Memorial Day – and you can too!
I love my Memorial Day. It’s not the barbecue, the weekend get-a-way or extra day of vacation, although those things are appealing. So why? The
Animoto Review and Tutorial
At RootsTech 2018, my writing partner Rachel Trotter and I taught a class on the easiest video tools, especially featuring Animoto and Adobe Spark. It
Ogden Airport History – Rich and Abundant just like the city
When many people think of the name of Ogden’s Airport – the Ogden Hinckley Airport – they may automatically assume it’s named after the former
Ogden’s New FamilySearch Center Makes its Debut – Five Reasons Why You Must Check it Out
Ogden’s new FamilySearch Center opens its doors to the public this week and if you live anywhere near it, you must stop by. Not only
The remarkable life of Robert H. Hinckley
Have you ever wondered how the Ogden-Hinckley Airport and Hinckley Drive got their name? Plenty of locals assume they are tied to Gordon B. Hinckley, but they
I almost died – and what changed after
While teaching a class in California, a man told me about the time he almost died and what changed after. This was in response to